When you are traveling with your dog, it can be difficult to keep the interior of your car clean. This problem can be solved by using a custom-fit car mat, such as from Koolatron Corp, that is designed to protect your car from wear and tear cause by a dog and that will prevent dog hair from getting everywhere.

Cleaning Mats

Custom fit car mats for dogs are designed to be stain and water resistant. Therefore, if your dog urinates on the mat, it can be removed and cleaned easily. There are many mats that are machine-washable so that the stains can be cleaned very easily. The mat should usually be washed with cold water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach. Do not use a dryer, but instead hang dry. However, depending on the materials the mat is made from, there might be special cleaning instructions.

The Edges

Pet car mats should have piped edges so that dirt and debris does not fall over the edges and land on the car mat. The mat should be removed carefully to make sure that any dirt, debris or fluids do not land on the car interior, defeating the purpose of the mat. 

Attachments

Because your dog will move around and may move the mat out of place, it is important to have attachments that will keep the mat in place. These attachments can be designed so that they work perfectly with your vehicle. There also needs to be look and loop openings so that the seat belts and everything else can fit through the car mat. 

Comfort

Some mats can be quite comfortable, such as a quilted microfiber mat. This is a great way to treat your dog and will help your dog sit still during the ride and rest.

Safety

The mats need to be designed to not interfere with airbags. Check with the owner's manual to make sure that this is the case. In addition to a car mat, you may want to consider a hammock. This will not only help keep your car clean, but will also discourage your dog from jumping into the front seat, which can cause safety hazards. While a custom mat may seem like an extra expense, as they wear, they can simply be replaced. But damage to your car that would be caused by a dog would be much more expensive, so the mat is worth it.